CNA Resident's Rights 4 2

Question 1

A resident requests a different roommate because she does not get along with her current one. The CNA should:

Accepted Answer

Inform the charge nurse or social worker of the resident's request

Answer

Room transfer requests are an administrative matter that must be forwarded to the appropriate staff — residents have the right to make such requests.

Question 2

A resident's right to manage their own finances means:

Accepted Answer

Residents can manage their own money or designate a representative of their choice

Answer

Residents have the right to manage their own finances or choose their own financial representative — the facility cannot assume control without legal authorization.

Question 3

When a resident's cognitive decline raises questions about their decision-making capacity, who determines capacity?

Accepted Answer

A physician or other qualified healthcare professional through formal assessment

Answer

Decision-making capacity is a clinical and legal determination made by qualified healthcare professionals, typically a physician.

Question 4

A resident's right to practice religion includes:

Accepted Answer

Access to religious materials, services, and clergy of their choosing

Answer

Residents have the right to practice the religion of their choice, access clergy, receive religious materials, and attend religious services.

Question 5

The Long-Term Care Ombudsman program is designed to:

Accepted Answer

Advocate for the rights and quality of life of nursing home residents

Answer

Ombudsmen are independent advocates for nursing home and assisted living residents, helping to resolve complaints and protect residents' rights.

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